Cortez - Tailings and Heap Leach Specialist

Job-ID: 242943Category: ProcessingLocation: Elko, NV, United StatesSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-11-02Position Description:Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an opportunity for you!Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Tailings and Heap Leach Specialist at our Cortez operation.At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.Responsibilities:Conduct critical review of site investigation plans, technical report, engineering designs and construction drawings and specifications for Tailings and Heap Leach FacilitiesStay up-to-date with the state of practice in geotechnical engineering applicable to the design and construction of earth structuresAssist in promoting and developing standardizations of engineering practices across NGM operations and projects in relation to tailings and heap leach facilities management, stewardship and site monitoring and surveillance.Assist and ensure site’s compliance with regulatory requirements in NevadaReview the Dam Safety Inspections, Dam Safety Reviews and Assurance Reviews and ensure that the recommendations are acted uponAssist the sites in preparing for the Independent Third-Party Reviews, attend the scheduled reviews and ensure that the recommendations are acted uponConduct regular performance reviews of the different NGM sites and as needed Design verification to meet standard with consideration to facility failure consequenceEnsure facility water and depositional balances are in place and calibratedEnsure reclamation requirements are included in facility designDesignate quantitative performance objectives for each facility and report on progressEnsure facility inspections and reviews are completedMaintain regular communication with qualified NGM site and corporate personnel for specialist reviews of geotechnical, hydrological, hydrogeological, and environmental issuesEnsure tailings and heap leach facilities are operated to design intentEnsure design process and documents submitted by the Engineer of Record are consistent with the construction, operation, and closure performance requirements of the tailing’s storage or heap facilitiesEnsure compliance with management systems including:Document control integrityManagement of changeContractor managementMentor, train and develop site-based engineersPerform other duties as requiredQualifications:Bachelor of Science in Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering or related engineering degree or equivalent experience preferred Knowledge of Tailings and Heap leach operations and construction requiredProfessional Engineer designation preferredGeotechnical/Civil Engineering experience required10 years of experience in the mining or related industry preferredStrong oral and written communication skills requiredAbility to work in a team requiredWhat We Can Offer You A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.About the organizationNevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.About the companyOur mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry - including six of the world's Tier One gold mines - Barrick's operations an projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States. We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".